Recovering from injury, surgery, or a chronic condition can feel daunting but you don't have to face it alone. SUMC's Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation department is dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence. Our licensed physical therapists develop individualized rehabilitation programs tailored to your specific condition, goals, and pace of recovery
Who We Help
Our rehabilitation services benefit patients recovering from orthopedic surgeries, neurological events such as stroke, sports injuries, chronic pain conditions, and more. We focus on maximizing function, improving quality of life, and restoring confidence.
Our Treatments and Equipment
- Shockwave Therapy — non-invasive treatment using high-energy sound waves to relieve chronic musculoskeletal pain
- Therapeutic Ultrasound — uses sound wave energy to promote healing deep within soft tissues
- Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS/NMES) — reduces pain and strengthens muscles through controlled electrical impulses
- LiteGait — a body-weight support system that assists with safe gait training and ambulation recovery
- Lumbar and Cervical Traction — gentle mechanical stretching to relieve spinal compression and nerve pain
- Stationary Upright Bicycle — low-impact cardiovascular conditioning and leg strengthening
- Infrared Radiation Therapy — deep heat therapy to reduce inflammation and improve circulation
- Treadmill Training — supervised walking and running rehabilitation to restore gait and balance
What to Expect
Your first visit will include a thorough evaluation to understand your condition, movement limitations, and personal health goals. From there, your therapist will design a structured program that evolves as you progress keeping you motivated and moving forward every step of the way.
